Changing Tides

As AI changes the work around us, the human side of leadership may matter more than ever. Engagement doesn’t always call for another system or initiative; it can begin with a thoughtful conversation, a moment of coaching, or a leader making time to connect. The eight factors of engagement offer a way to pause and notice what your team may need. But when the pressure to fill a gap takes over, that time can be easy to lose. What might shift if connection became part of the work?_____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

Organizations move in seasons. There are times to plant, times to grow, times to harvest, and times to let the ground rest. Trying to force every season into harvest only wears out the people doing the work.In this episode, we sit down with Cheryl Collins, Vice President of HR at Wilco, to talk about leading through change without losing sight of the people carrying it. Because change is not always about moving faster. Sometimes good leadership means listening before acting and recognizing when your team needs room to breathe._____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

An announcement can reach every inbox and still leave a team unsure what it means. Communication is less like sending a message and more like passing a signal down the line: people need a chance to hear it, make sense of it, and bring their questions back. In this episode, we talk about how leaders can help that happen, and how the right people in the room can help a conversation move forward. Because good communication doesn’t end when the meeting does. It shows up in what people understand and can do next._____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

A resume can tell you where someone has been, but it cannot always tell you where they are capable of going. And, in today’s hiring market, candidates are looking just as closely at you as you are at them.In this episode, we sit down with Lori Culler, founder of AgHires, to talk about what it means to look beyond the résumé. Because the right hire may not check every box on paper. Sometimes you have to widen the gate, look a little deeper, and give the right person a reason to choose you too.Want to know about Lori & Ag Hires:Ag Hires WebsiteAg Hires YouTube PageHow to Go Beyond the Surface in Interviews Video_____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

A message can travel through an entire organization and still never really reach the people it was meant for. Somewhere between what was said, what was heard, and what gets passed along, the meaning can get lost.In this episode, we’re talking about the difference between simply passing a message down and actually helping your team understand it. How do we give leaders room to translate a message for their people without losing the heart of what needs to be communicated?Because good communication isn’t just about making sure the message gets there. It’s making sure it still means something when it does._____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

The tide doesn’t ask if we’re ready before it changes. It shifts, pulls us in a new direction, and sometimes leaves us trying to find our footing before the next wave comes in.In this episode, we’re talking about how leaders can navigate those changing tides without constantly reacting to every new thing that comes their way. Sometimes that means focusing less on everything that’s changing and getting really clear about what isn’t.Because when your team knows what they can still count on, it gives them an anchor while everything else keeps moving._____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

It’s easy to blame workplace challenges on generational differences, but are we really that different? In this episode, we’re looking beyond the labels and talking about the experiences that shape how people show up at work. No matter the generation, people want to feel seen, valued, respected, and clear about what’s expected of them. As leaders, it’s our job to stop assuming and start understanding._____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

Before you assume someone’s retirement plan, start the conversation. In this episode, we’re talking about how leaders can prepare for what’s next while honoring the experience and legacy of a retiring team member. We’ll break down how to navigate the awkwardness, reduce risk, and create a transition plan that works for the person, the team, and the business._____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

Procrasta-branding/pro-KRAS-tuh-bran-ding/noun"The act of doing work that feels strategic and productive while avoiding the decisions or actions that would actually move the business forward."Sometimes work feels productive without actually creating progress. In this episode, we explore how fear, perfectionism, and overwhelm can keep us busy while our biggest priorities remain untouched. We also share how one small step can help us stop spinning and start moving forward.Now, let’s dive in!_____________________________________________________Ready to put this episode into action?Explore This Episode’s Resources:Access practical tools, resources, and next steps related to this conversation._____________________________________________________Continue the ConversationLooking for more practical insights?Join Ag Leader's Edge: Get practical leadership strategies, tools, and real-world insights delivered straight to your inbox. Join a community of over 1,400 agricultural leaders committed to building stronger teams and organizations.Subscribe: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=ag_leaders_edgeExplore More Resources: Discover articles, leadership toolkits, podcast episodes, and additional resources designed to help you lead with confidence.Visit: https://agleadersedge.beehiiv.com/resources?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=resourcesLearn How We Can Help: Whether you're developing leaders, navigating executive transitions, or building a stronger people strategy, People Spark Consulting is here to help.Learn More: https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=people_spark_podcast&utm_content=consulting

Employee engagement gets talked about so often that it can start to feel like noise. We know it matters, but the conversation can become so big that it’s difficult to know where to begin.In this episode, we unpack the 8 Factors of Engagement, a framework that we talk about a lot in our podcast, and helps leaders focus on what actually makes people want to stay, grow, and contribute. The answer isn’t always more money or another engagement program. Before looking at your entire organization, how engaged are the managers shaping those experiences every day?---Culture Development SessionSchedule your Culture Development Session.  In this free 30-minute session, you will have a personalized conversation with an expert advisor, an opportunity to see how our programs can help you define your business and people strategies, and actionable insights tailored to your goals to move to the business you have always envisioned.Leadership Transformation ProgramLearn about how to develop YOUR ag leaders by scheduling time with the People Spark ® team. 96% of employees want feedback – constructive OR recognition. Yet another survey found that only 5% of managers provide critical feedback to employees – even though it’s important for their development.  Nearly half of managers (44%) find giving feedback stressful. Nearly a quarter (21%) avoid giving it altogether. Our leadership transformation program was designed to be straightforward and practical, providing content in digestible chunks, supporting participants through personalized feedback, and providing participants an environment to learn with other ag leaders across the country.   In many instances, managers just aren’t comfortable with WHAT to do, let alone HOW to do it. They feel it’s uncomfortable, they don’t want to demotivate employees and just aren’t sure how to do it. And the repercussions of NOT giving feedback end up impacting you and your business – through lower productivity and profitability, decreased employee engagement, and increased employee turnover.  Learn more at www.developagleaders.com.Podcast Produced by Texture House Sound & Visuals (Source:  www.peoplesparkconsulting.com/podcast/episode)